What is a limitation of having a calibration procedure apply to a specific machine model?

A limitation of having a calibration procedure specifically tailored to a single machine model is that it restricts the application of that procedure to only that one particular machine. This means that if other machines of a different model or series need calibration, the established procedure cannot be utilized. Thus, technicians would have to develop new procedures for different machine models, potentially leading to inefficiencies, increased time spent on calibrations across various models, and inconsistency in calibration practices.

When calibration procedures are model-specific, organizations may face challenges in training personnel, managing documentation, and maintaining standardized practices across various models. This can hamper the ability to efficiently utilize resources as different procedures might require different levels of expertise or equipment.

While modifying procedures for other machines could theoretically be feasible (but not without challenges), the primary limitation of a model-specific calibration procedure is its strict applicability to just that machine, which may necessitate the creation of new procedures each time a new model is introduced or when calibration is needed for a different machine.